Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How has the safety of MA-T® been empirically confirmed?

A. MA-T® has undergone a range of safety tests at Japan Food Research Laboratories and other impartial third-party testing organizations.

Q. What safety tests have been performed?

A. MA-T® has undergone three safety tests at Japan Food Research Laboratories:
1. OECD eye stimulus test (rabbit)
2. Primary epidermal stimulus OECD test (rabbit)
3. Acute oral toxicity LD50 test (mice)
In addition to the above, other safety and quality evaluations have been conducted as follows:
1. Reversion test
2. Continuous epidermal stimulus test
3. Cell toxicity test
4. Chromosomal abnormality test
5. Epidermal reaction test
6. Metal corrosion test
7. Human subject patch test
8. Resin corrosion test

Q. Is this product safe if accidentally licked or consumed?

A. MA-T® is not a beverage and should not be consumed. But if it were to be accidently consumed, it has proven to be safe. For extra precaution, rinse out mouth and drink water or milk. If any adverse effects start to occur, seek medical attention immediately.

Q. Is the product safe even if it comes into contact with the human body?

A. The product has been tested as safe on the skin. For extra precaution, if the product comes in contact with the skin and abnormalities should occur, consult a doctor.

Q. Can bacteria become resistant to the product?

A. Resistant bacteria develop over the prolonged use of antibacterial agents, causing them to propagate in hospitals and cause infections within what is supposed to be a sanitary environment. MA-T®’s mechanism of action uses oxidation, a process equally effective against ordinary susceptible bacteria and resistant strains. It has been tested on resistant strains of bacteria and on susceptible strains, and both produced the same effect.

Q. Does the product contain any substances hazardous to the human body?

A. MA-T® has undergone numerous tests to verify its safe for humans.

Q. Does the product contain inflammable substances?

A. The product does not contain any inflammable substances, such as alcohol.

Q. Can people with sensitive skin wear clothing sprayed with MA-T®?

A. It has been verified through tests to be safe on the skin, but this is not intended to act as a guarantee that it will be safe for all people. If side effects occur, contact your doctor.

Q. Is the product safe for pets to lick?

A. MA-T® has undergone numerous safety tests to establish its safety on the human body. After using on pets, as a rule, the excess product should be wiped away. In the event of any abnormalities, consult with a veterinarian.

Q. Is the product safe even if it accidentally comes in contact with the eyes?

A. It has been verified through tests to be safe when in contact with the eyes and mucous membranes. As a precaution, when in contact with the eyes, flush eyes with ample amounts of water. If any abnormalities occur, seek medical attention.

Q. Is the product corrosive to metals?

A. Tests on non-standard uncoated metals like tin plates and iron have found the product to have the same corrosion level as water. When used on metals, coated or otherwise, we recommend wiping any excess product off when finished.